Audio Guides For the Independent Traveler

Get a historian in your ear, any place, any time with Context Audio Guides

We know you crave more than just seeing the sights. At the same time, you appreciate the freedom to explore at your own pace. Reveal the rich tapestry of a place when it works for you.

Simply put your headphones on and explore your destination with the guidance of a well-respected Context historian in your ear. Experience the depth of genuine world wisdom, beautifully nuanced and locally rich, without the constraints of traditional tours.
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Enjoy the Freedom to Explore Your Way

Go at your own pace

Context audio guides let you explore at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into any travel plan. Perfect for solo travelers, families, and couples, you can start, pause, and resume whenever you like. Stop at a quaint cafe you spot along the route, pop into a local shop, or sit and relax over a glass of wine, all while learning about a city's history and hidden gems along the way. 

Led by experts

Audio guides unlock easy access to Context experts — historians, artists, authors — who take you deeper, revealing hidden stories and secret histories. While others snap pictures and move on, you'll uncover the intricate layers and connections that make each place truly fascinating.

Go offline

Once you download a tour, the audio and map will be available offline, making it convenient to explore without needing an internet connection. This is especially handy when traveling abroad, as it helps you avoid roaming charges and ensures you have access to all the tour information even in areas with poor connectivity.

Available worldwide

You can find Context Audio Guides in nearly every city where Context tours take place, and more! From Tokyo, to St. Augustine, to Copenhagen, our experts are at your fingertips. 

No commitments

Traditional tours are confined by availability with set start times. With audio guides, you can explore on your schedule! Early riser? Context audio guides. Late night explorer? Context audio guides work for that. Unexpected free time? Yep, Context audio guides are great for that, too.

Just grab your headphones

Forget about outdated audio guide devices, poor-quality headphones, and dull commentary. With a Context Audio Guide, all you need is your phone and headphones. Our experts will take care of the rest.

What Travelers Are Saying

"This was the cherry on top of an already amazing experience. Galleria Borghese and its collection are incredible but Cecilia's audio guide gave us all the really interesting stories and details behind the Gallery and its collection. It was also so well designed to follow you through the museum." - Santiago

"Listening to the audio-guided tour of Mexico's Historic center was a great experience and very helpful in learning about the history while going at my own pace as I followed the app and listened to the audio with all the important facts and information about important historical sites. I liked that it was described by a local expert who clearly explained everything and how the map guided me to each spot. This is a great option for those who want history and to learn at your own pace." - Edith

"Perfect itinerary and wonderful storytelling for Hemingway (and literature) lovers! Samuel's audio guide helped connect the dots, while covering unmissable historic monuments as well as some of the off-the-beaten-path parts of Paris." - Michelle